I knew I wanted a Raven tattoo from a pretty young age. I cared for a crippled baby Raven and let her free and she really touched me. They are my favorite animals. I gave myself over a year to think about it before getting my first and only tat at age 16 from a professional tattooist who was a friend of the family. Located on my left hand lower abdomen, half on my hip (ow!) The pain was incredible and I am so happy with my tat. I have had it for a few years now and can't wait for more one day!